Technological advances have allowed automakers to design SUVs that use less fuel than their predecessors. Better gas mileage has given many people hope that they will be able to afford and drive an SUV, especially in the current economic downturn.
Below are reviews of two of the best mileage SUV models available, the 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the 2014 Lexus RX 450h.
2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Among the SUVs with the best gas mileage, the Toyota Highlander has a 3.5-liter V6 engine and an electronic motor synergy hybrid drive system that is capable of delivering 280 horsepower. It’s one of the best gas-powered SUVs with a mileage rating of 27/28 city/highway. It has a hybrid power meter that helps show the user when the system is fully charged. It has two modes namely eco mode where the best hybrid vehicles modify throttle response to help with fuel efficiency and ev mode for the electric motor when driving at low speeds.
The 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has several safety features such as Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Anti-Lock Brakes, Traction Control, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist, Tire Pressure Monitoring System and Smart Stop Technology .
2014 Lexus Rx450h
The 2014 Lexus RX 450h is among the most fuel efficient SUVs available and is powered by a 3.5-liter gas/electric V6 engine that is capable of producing 295 horsepower. As a hybrid SUV, it is very fuel efficient and has an mpg rating of 32/28 city/highway. It has a fuel tank capacity of 17.2 gallons. It has several gadgets to guarantee the convenience and comfort of the occupants in a similar way to other hybrid vehicles. Some of the devices include keyless start, vehicle anti-theft system, remote engine start, power door locks, heated mirrors, cruise control, and fog lights.
This luxury hybrid SUV has several safety features, namely front, rear and side airbags, brake assist, electronic stability control, child safety control, integrated turn signal mirrors, traction control and headlights. daytime traffic.
Other SUV models with better mileage include the 2014 Mazda CX-5, 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid, 2014 Nissan Juke and 2014 Nissan Rogue.
Those looking for a luxury SUV with the best fuel economy can find it in the 2014 Mercedes 250GLK BluTEC 4Matic or the 2014 BMW X3 iDrive28d. Both compact luxury SUV models use fuel-efficient diesel engines to post some of the best fuel economy. mileage ratings for any SUV vehicle.